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Ferndale middle-school robotics team qualifies for world championship; fundraising under way
Summary
The Giggle Pickles robotics team told the school board it won the state/day championship and qualified for the world championship in Houston; the group said a fundraising target is about $37,000 and reported being roughly $7,000 short at last check.
The Ferndale Schools Board heard from advisors and members of the Giggle Pickles middle-school robotics team on Feb. 24, after the team said it won a regional/day-level championship and advanced to the world competition.
An advisor said the team, which represents grades 6'8, has been fundraising to cover travel, fees and chaperones for 13 students and two coaches. The presenter said the team estimated the fundraising goal at roughly $37,000 and that, at the last check reported to the board, the team was about $7,000 short.
The group described plans for several fundraisers (including events at local restaurants and bakeries), a parent-made video highlighting the season and outreach for donations through a site the team provided during the meeting. Board members and administration praised the students, and staff noted community interest in showcasing the team at upcoming civic events.
The board acknowledged the presentation before moving on to routine business. The district did not take any formal funding action during the meeting; the presentation was informational and the team invited community support.
